Slip

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Slip is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Handsome Games and was released on April 28, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Slip is a fast paced side scrolling platformer featuring a two color, swap mechanic. Using your two colors flee from Steve and his wretched purple beam through a multitude of obstacles and enemies. Slip combines the elegant simplicity of platforming with a polarity mechanic to create an easy to learn, but extremely difficult to master platforming experience. Simply put, Slip is the real deal.

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Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

music12 positive mentions

The game features great music and colorful graphics that enhance the overall experience.
It offers a unique color-switching mechanic that adds depth to the gameplay and keeps it engaging.
The game is challenging and addictive, providing a sense of accomplishment when progressing through levels.

The controls are often described as floaty and imprecise, making the gameplay frustrating at times.
The difficulty curve is steep, with many players finding the bosses and levels excessively hard, leading to a high rate of frustration.
Some players feel the game lacks substance and creativity, comparing it unfavorably to simpler flash games.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the soundtrack's fit with the graphics and find it engaging, others feel it becomes repetitive and unfitting for the game's fast pace. Many recommend muting the in-game music in favor of personal playlists, suggesting that a more dynamic genre, like drum'n'bass, would enhance the experience. Overall, the music is seen as a significant aspect of the game, contributing to its immersive quality, but opinions on its effectiveness vary widely.
- “The game has great music, is simple yet challenging and doesn't rely too heavily on any one gameplay aspect; much like Bit.Trip.”
- “Ikaruga as a platformer with great music, you can't go wrong with this.”
- “It is mesmerizing - color switching and music together makes a great experience.”
- “I recommend muting the music and using your own.”
- “The soundtrack consists of slow electronic tunes, which I found to be quite unfitting with the fast pace of the game.”
- “I'm sure a lot of people think differently (maybe even rightfully so), but I think a drum'n'bass soundtrack would be much better if done well.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising its challenging mechanics and unique color-changing elements, likening it to titles like "Meat Boy" and "Bit.Trip." However, many find the difficulty level excessively punishing, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a tough experience, but may deter players who prefer more accessible gameplay.
- “The game has great music, is simple yet challenging and doesn't rely too heavily on any one gameplay aspect; much like Bit.Trip.”
- “Gameplay, too flawless, gave you better anger management 11/10.”
- “The color changing mechanic makes this tough as nails, and all of the bullet-hell elements in it makes it equally insanely difficult.”
- “Freaking too hard... I can forgive bad graphics, but this gameplay and difficulty kills even the little fun this simple game could give.”
- “The color changing mechanic makes this tough as nails, and all of the bullet-hell elements in it make it equally insanely difficult.”
- “I did not like the gameplay at all.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and seamless integration with the music, earning a solid 8/10 from some reviewers. However, a few players express that while they appreciate the visuals, they find the gameplay and difficulty detract from the overall experience.
- “I like the graphics and music; I think they fit together with the game well.”
- “Graphics: flawless 8/10.”
- “Beautiful graphics.”
- “I can forgive bad graphics, but this gameplay and difficulty kills even the little fun this simple game could give.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for its cheeky and entertaining nature, with many users finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable.
- “I really enjoy its cheeky humor, too.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently highlight the game's high replayability, noting its addictive nature that keeps them coming back for more, despite its frustrating elements.
- “Get this game, it's a frustrating yet very addictive game with a high replay value.”